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Cannulation for VV ECMO

Patient with previous Covid 19 and pulmonary fibrosis step by step cannulation for VV ECMO with inflow from LT femoral vein and out flow confirmed into the right cavo atrial..

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McConnell's sign

Background: McConnell's sign (right ventricular free wall [RV] hypokinesia with apical sparing on echocardiography) is often described as very specific for the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism (PE). In the video..

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Acute subvalve papillary muscle rupture with acute flash of pulmonary edema

Patient with acute subvalve papillary muscle rupture with acute flash of pulmonary edema undergone Mitral valve replacement and subvalve structure reconstruction with autologous pericardium weaned from CPB with IABPC. [playlist..

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Use of CytoSorb in the treatment of a pediatric patient with acute hepatitis C complicated by HIV, toxic hepatitis, and…

The case reports on a 17-year-old boy (weight 70 kg) transferred to the Children Infections Research Center intensive care unit (ICU) with severe jaundice and in a poor general condition..

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Ascending aorta in patient with previous total arch

A very rare case of Ascending aorta in patient with previous total arch replacement fistula to right internal mammary with profound bleeding and hematoma beneath the sternum undergone off pump..

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Support with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for over 1 year duration as a bridge to cardiac transplantation: a case report and…

Abstract We present the case of a 13-year-old male with a complex congenital cardiac history who was supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for 394 days while awaiting cardiac transplantation. The..

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Relation between Prolonged Cardiopulmonary Bypass Time in Cardiac Surgery in Adult Patients and Post-Operative Acute Kidney Injury

Abstract Background Cardiac-surgery associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI) remains an important and frequent complication in patients undergoing cardiac surgery and is associated with a poor short- and long-term prognosis. The..

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OS SEGREGOS DA PERFUSÃO - Webinar 16

Prof. Elio Carvalho fala de tudo sobre perfusão. Prof. Elio Carvalho é Biomédico, Microbiologista e Perfusionista pela Unicamp, CLAP e SBCEC. É perfusionista do Hospital de Clínicas da Unicamp e..

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Clinical Guidelines for Adult Heart Transplantation British Columbia

Abstract Sepsis is life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection [1]. Sepsis and septic shock are major healthcare problems, impacting millions of people around the world..

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The comparison of albumin and 6% hydroxyethyl starches (130/0.4) in cardiac surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials

Abstract Background Fluid administration is a key tool in the maintenance of normovolemia in patients with cardiac surgery. The trials that evaluated the safety of 6% hydroxyethyl starch (HES) 130/0.4..

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International survey of neuromonitoring and neurodevelopmental outcome in children and adults supported on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in Europe

Abstract Background: Adverse neurological events during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are common and may be associated with devastating consequences. Close monitoring, early identification and prompt intervention can mitigate early and..

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Biomarkers for Adverse Lung Injury Following Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Abstract OBJECTIVES: Cardiopulmonary bypass triggers systemic inflammation, resulting in lung injury, and frequently leads to prolonged mechanical ventilation. Biomarkers of systemic inflammation are required to predict the risk of such..

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Controlling Reperfusion Injury With Controlled Reperfusion: Historical Perspectives and New Paradigms

Abstract Cardiac reperfusion injury is a well-established outcome following treatment of acute myocardial infarction and other types of ischemic heart conditions. Numerous cardioprotection protocols and therapies have been pursued with..

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Serious Gastrointestinal Complications After Cardiac Surgery and Associated Mortality

Abstract Background Severe gastrointestinal (GI) complications (GICs) after cardiac surgery are associated with poor outcomes. Herein, we characterize the severe forms of GICs and associated risk factors of mortality. Methods..

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Argatroban for Anticoagulation in Patients Requiring Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Coronavirus Disease 2019

Abstract OBJECTIVES: A significant proportion of patients with coronavirus disease 2019 requiring venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation at our institution demonstrated heparin resistance, which in combination with a heparin shortage resulted..

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The association of prothrombin complex concentrates with postoperative outcomes in cardiac surgery: an observational substudy of the FIBRES randomized controlled…

Abstract Purpose The mainstay of therapy for coagulation factor deficiency in cardiac surgical patients is frozen plasma (FP); however, prothrombin complex concentrates (PCCs) may offer logistical and safety advantages. As..

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Polyuria due to Pressure Natriuresis in Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract We report a case of a 40-year-old woman who developed profound polyuria (>25 L urine output) immediately after initiation of venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Investigations into the..

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Calcium Chloride Infusions are Not Associated with Improved Outcomes in Neonates Undergoing Cardiac Operations

Abstract Neonatal cardiac performance is dependent on calcium delivery to the myocardium. Little is known about the use and impact of calcium chloride infusions in neonates who undergo cardiac surgery...

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Numerical study of the effect of LVAD inflow cannula positioning on thrombosis risk

Abstract Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) have been increasingly used as a therapy for patients with end-stage heart failure. However, a growing number of clinical observations have shown that LVADs..

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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: a practical approach to guideline directed management

Abstract Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, one of the most common genetic cardiovascular conditions, will be encountered by nearly every health-care provider regardless of specialty. In 2020, new hypertrophic cardiomyopathy management guidelines were..

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Aorto pulmonary fistula

Patient with Covid 19 and aorto pulmonary fistula confirmed by CTA and TTE as well as TEE approach via right thoracotomy and control of pericardium and fistula closure from inside..

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Annomalous drainage of coronary sinus instead of RA into LA in the adjacency of LAA

Patient with annamalous drainage of coronary sinus instead of RA into LA in the adjacency of LAA. [playlist ids="20056"] Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center..

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The Occurrence and Association of Impaired Cerebral Autoregulation With Outcomes in Aortic Arch Surgery: A Single-Center, Retrospective Study

Abstract Backgroundː Impairment of cerebral autoregulation (CA) has been observed in patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), but little is known about its occurrence and associations with outcomes. The objective of this..

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The assessment of mitral valve disease: a guideline from the British Society of Echocardiography

Abstract Mitral valve disease is common. Mitral regurgitation is the second most frequent indication for valve surgery in Europe and despite the decline of rheumatic fever in Western societies, mitral..

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Severe MS and MR and AS and AI

Patient with Severe MS and MR and AS and AI undergone both valve replacement with one incision and just one dose of cardioplegia step by step technique. [playlist ids="20043"]  ..

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Surgical setup for cardiopulmonary bypass through central cannulation

Abstract The introduction of cardiopulmonary bypass was one of the most important clinical advances of 1952. In that year, John Gibbon performed the first successful cardiac surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass...

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The Good Night Perfusion - Liga Nacional de Perfusão

The Good Night Perfusion com Daniel Allen   The Good Night Perfusion com Sarah Mazza   The Good Night Perfusion com Julio Cesar Francisco   The Good Night Perfusion com..

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Acute Kidney Injury in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Patients: National Analysis of Impact of Age

Abstract Background: The aim of this study was to determine epidemiology and outcomes of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and to assess if age modifies..

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Methylprednisolone Plasma Concentrations During Cardiac Surgery With Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Pediatric Patients

Abstract Introduction: To our knowledge, methylprednisolone pharmacokinetics and plasma concentrations have not been comprehensively investigated in children with congenital heart disease undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass. It is unknown whether..

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